15th Annual Beer Industry Summit 2018 — Palm Beach, FL

Just like our 2017 Summits, we will have our 6th annual Wine & Spirits Daily Summit immediately following the Beer Summit, starting January 15, 2018. If you want to learn more about the competition, and we think you do, then we recommend attending both Summits at our discounted price.

WHO:

The Beer Industry Summit attracts top executives in the domestic, import and craft beer industry. Frequently attended by everyone from distributors to financial analysts, the Summit proves to be the most thought provoking conference in the industry year after year. We cap attendance at 500 and have sold out every year, so be sure and register now!

WHY:

On top of getting to hear from industry insiders, there are also opportunities to network with the best in the business so you're guaranteed to make new connections.

WHEN:

The Summit begins Sunday January 14th with a few afternoon sessions followed by a Welcome Reception. Monday January 15th will include an entire day general session, with networking opportunities at breakfast, luncheon and a closing reception.

WHERE:

The 15th Annual Beer Summit will take place at The Breakers hotel in Palm Beach, FL. Reservations can be made under the Beer Summit room block through December 15, 2017 for the special rate of $375/night. Please make your reservations soon as our room block is almost sold out. You can reserve your room by clicking here or by calling the hotel at 561-655-6611 and requesting the "Beer Summit" rate. If you'd like to see other hotels in the area, please check out The Brazilian Court and the Hilton in West Palm Beach.

TRAVEL:

The closest airport is the Palm Beach International Airport which is located about 15 minutes from the hotel.

SCHEDULE:

ATTENDEES:

Each year our Summit sells out and is full of industry executives from suppliers, distributors and retailers. Registration is on a first come, first served basis so be sure to sign up quickly and don't miss out! Check out this slideshow from our past Summits.

ATTIRE:

The dress code for the Beer Summit is..... there really is no dress code. Whatever makes you feel comfortable. Most people wear business casual.

SPONSORSHIP:

Interested in being a sponsor? Please reach out to Rena Van de Putte rena@beernet.com or 210-860-3596 for information.

FILED DECEMBER 11, 2017We checked in with New Belgium on 2017 trends. The brewer is outpacing general segment trends, up 5% YTD in Nielsen grocery and convenience. The general craft segment is up around 1.3% in these channels.